Houston Drug Lawyer

Drug Charges

Possession of a dangerous drug:

Federal and state drug possession laws make it a crime to willfully possess
illegal controlled substances such as marijuana, methamphetamine, cocaine,
LSD, club drugs, and heroine. Drug possession laws vary according to the
type of drug, the amount, and the area of the offense.

Possession with the intent to deliver:

Law enforcement in Texas is fully dedicated in pursuing drug distribution
charges. Possessing drugs with the intent to deliver is a serious crime
that can have major consequences. Sometimes this might lead to a more
serious charge even when there is no intent to deliver.

Felony possession of a controlled substance:

A felony is considered on of the highest classes of offense in the United
States, and almost always ends in a prison term if the person is found
guilty. Someone who has been convicted of a felony most often will then
be known as a felon and will carry that negative social stigma with them
for the rest of their life.

Possession of a controlled substance:

There are approximately a million or more people being arrested per year
for possession today than just ten years ago. All around the country law
enforcement are taking a zero tolerance attitude toward any form of drug
offense. The main types of drug that Americans are getting arrested for
today are marijuana, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, MDMA-Ecstasy, oxycontin,
and hydrocodone.

Possession of a controlled substance, Cocaine:

In the state of Texas cocaine is classified as a schedule one drug, which
means it is one of the most dangerous. A charge for possession of cocaine
could potentially lead to a sentence of serving life in prison or a fine
up to 100,000 dollars depending on the amount of possession.

Possession of a controlled substance, Xanax:

Often times you might think possession of a prescription drug such as Xanax
is a lesser offense, However that is not the case. Possession of a prescription
drug could potentially be just as serious as any other drug possession
charge, depending on the amount of drugs possessed without a prescription.

Possession of Marijuana:

Though some states have become more relaxed when it comes to possession
of marijuana, Texas continues to vigorously prosecute those charged with
crimes involving marijuana. If you are charged with possession of marijuana
you could potentially face severe penalty.

Felony possession of Marijuana:

Felony possession of Marijuana is one of the highest charges you could
be convicted of involving possession of marijuana. This is a serious offense,
and if convicted you could face serious penalty. Not only is it very likely
that you will face time in jail, you will carry around a felony charge
on your record for the rest of your life.

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